'Farewell My Concubine': The Lifelong Journey
NYAFF festival director Sam Jamier weighs in on the 1993 Chinese masterpiece, Farewell My Concubine, and why it is still such an incredible cultural phenomenon to this day.
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Zhang Lu on 'The Shadowless Tower'
Zhang Lu, renowned for his arthouse Korean films that often portray the lives of outsiders, discusses his latest film, "The Shadowless Tower," and what inspired him to highlight stories of Beijing locals as well as his childhood memories of the city.
Cheuk Wan-chi and Jacqueline Liu on 'Vital Sign'
Director Cheuk Wan-chi and producer Jacqueline Liu discuss the inspiration for the riveting Vital Sign. This production not only strikes a chord with its local residents but also provides comfort to those living abroad who wrestle with a profound longing for their motherland.
Lee Won-suk and Lee Sun-kyun on 'Killing Romance'
Join acclaimed Korean director Lee Won-suk and late actor Lee Sun-kyun for a lively discussion about their gonzo-comedy "Killing Romance," a unique blend of romance, humor, and suspense that takes viewers on an unpredictable cinematic adventure.
Daishi Matsunaga, Ryohei Suzuki on 'Egoist'
Director Daishi Matsunaga takes us through the intimate landscapes of "Egoist," an LGBTQ+ narrative celebrated for its honest portrayal of love and connection. Matsunaga and actor Ryohei Suzuki explore the film's delicate approach to complex relationships.
Takumi Saitoh on 'Home Sweet Home'
Celebrated Japanese director Takumi Saitoh turns the horror genre on its head with "Home Sweet Home," which made its North American premiere at NYAFF 2023. In this podcast, Saitoh unpacks his innovative third feature, in which a perfect family's new house exposes everyone's darkest nightmares.
Jin Ong on 'Abang Adik'
This week’s episode focuses on the breakout Malaysian social drama, Abang Adik, which earned Wu Kang-ren the Best Leading Actor prize at the Golden Horse Awards this year. Director Jin Ong delves into the making of his award-winning debut film with programmer David Wilentz.
Wang Bing on 'Youth (Spring)'
Award-winning Chinese documentary director Wang Bing joins the UNCAGED Podcast with documentary director Sun Ningyi to uncover the inspiration behind his Cannes and NYFF selected documentary Youth (Spring).
Liu Siyi on 'Flaming Cloud'
Writer-director Liu Siyi talks about how her own insomnia led to the initial drafts of her striking feature film debut Flaming Cloud, an exquisite homage to Disney movies and Chinese folklore.
Satoru Iguchi and Chihiro Ito on 'In Her Room'
Listen to talented performing artist Satoru Iguchi from J-pop sensation King Gnu and veteran screenwriter Chihiro Ito dive into the mesmerizing world of "In Her Room," Ito’s directorial debut about a shy dentist’s strange relationship with a woman living in a lush, plant-filled apartment.
Junji Sakamoto on 'Okiku and the World'
Internationally acclaimed veteran auteur Junji Sakamoto talks about his wide-ranging career in cinema as well as the creative process behind his latest film, "Okiku and the World,: an aesthetically brilliant jidaigeki (period drama) about two “manure men” in Edo-era Japan.
Lee Hanee on 'Phantom'
The second episode features the Q&A session for the South Korean spy action film, "Phantom." Festival director Sam Jamier and lead actress Lee Hanee discuss how the film’s characters thrive amidst a perilous, male-dominated environment and take center stage within the narrative.